DRIED HERBS & BOTANICAL INGREDIENTS
Mallow (Malva sylvestris) – B2B Export Product Details
Technical, commercial and procurement information for international buyers.
Product Description
Mallow is an India-origin dried herb, spice or botanical ingredient supplied for international B2B procurement. The declared botanical/raw-material identity is Malva sylvestris, using Leaves and/or flowers as contracted. In the contracted grade it is presented as Dried leafy/flower botanical material; cut & sifted, with a typical green leaves with violet/pink flower material depending grade appearance, mild herbaceous aroma and mild, neutral to slightly herbaceous taste profile. Available commercial supply is Dried leaves/flowers; cut & sifted; powder; cut size, mesh, grading, sterilization or other processing requirements should be agreed before order confirmation.
Typical applications include Herbal tea blends; botanical formulations; extraction; cosmetic/personal-care ingredient processing. For export purchasing, the buyer should approve a written product specification and batch COA. Recommended quality verification includes Botanical identity; plant-part verification; moisture; foreign matter; microbiology; pesticide residues; heavy metals. No additives expected for single-botanical dried mallow unless declared. Final acceptance criteria, destination-country limits, lab methods and labeling requirements always govern the shipment.
Damodarr Global supports bulk procurement with food-grade export packaging, customized packing subject to MOQ, quality-document coordination and standard commercial export documentation. The standard export MOQ shown for this content set is 1 Metric Ton; shipment terms, lead time, Incoterm, packing configuration and testing panel should be confirmed in the quotation.
Product & Commercial Profile
Core identity and supply information for enquiry comparison.
Product
Mallow (Malva sylvestris)
Category
DRIED HERBS & BOTANICAL INGREDIENTS
Botanical / Scientific Name
Malva sylvestris
Plant Part / Raw Material
Leaves and/or flowers as contracted
Form
Dried leaves/flowers; cut & sifted; powder
Indicative HS Code
121190 (indicative; verify before filing)
Technical & Quality Profile
Final acceptance criteria should follow the buyer-approved specification and applicable batch COA.
Appearance
Dried leafy/flower botanical material; cut & sifted
Color
Green leaves with violet/pink flower material depending grade
Taste
Mild, neutral to slightly herbaceous
Moisture
As per approved Product Specification / batch COA
Foreign Matter
Controlled; as per approved Product Specification / batch COA
Purity
As per Buyer Specification / batch COA; identity, cleanliness and composition must match the approved product specification.
Particle / Cut Size
Plant-part cut size or powder mesh as specified
Additives / Carrier Declaration
No additives expected for single-botanical dried mallow unless declared.
Storage
Store in sealed food-grade packaging in a cool, dry, clean, odour-free area away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture and pests. Protect powders and hygroscopic ingredients from humidity; follow FIFO/FEFO and buyer-agreed storage conditions.
Product Highlights
- Country of Origin: India
- Botanical identity: Malva sylvestris
- Commercial form: Dried leaves/flowers; cut & sifted; powder
- Export-grade bulk supply for B2B buyers
- Buyer-specification grading / cut size / mesh where applicable
- Batch testing and export documentation support
- The contract should clearly state whether leaves, flowers or mixed aerial parts are required because appearance and specification differ
Available Export Forms
- Dried leaves
- flowers
- blended aerial-part grade
- cut & sifted
- powder as specified
Applications
- Herbal tea blends
- botanical formulations
- extraction
- cosmetic/personal-care ingredient processing
Industries & Buyer Types
- Herbal tea brands
- botanical extractors
- nutraceutical ingredient companies
- cosmetic ingredient companies
- distributors
Packaging & Export Documentation
Packaging Options
- 10 kg / 20 kg / 25 kg food-grade lined bags
- Kraft or multiwall export bags with inner liner
- Food-grade drums for selected powder grades (subject to order)
- Customized bulk / private-label packaging subject to MOQ
Export Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Product Specification Sheet
- SDS / MSDS where requested
- Microbiological Test Report where applicable
- Heavy Metal Test Report where applicable
- Pesticide Residue Report where required
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary / Fumigation Certificate subject to commodity and importing-country requirements
- Commercial Invoice and Packing List
COA / Lab Parameters Buyers May Specify
Testing scope should be agreed by product, buyer specification and destination-market requirement.
- Botanical identity
- plant-part verification
- moisture
- foreign matter
- microbiology
- pesticide residues
- heavy metals
Export Compliance & Pre-Shipment Checks
Agricultural and food-ingredient export requirements vary by product form and destination market.
Use the current Indian export and destination-market requirements applicable to the exact product form. Confirm IEC and applicable FSSAI/exporter registrations; Spices Board registration may apply to spices/spice products, and APEDA requirements may apply to scheduled agricultural products. Check destination-country pesticide MRLs, microbiological/contaminant limits, labeling rules, import permits and plant-health requirements before shipment. Phytosanitary and fumigation certificates are issued/provided only where the commodity and importing-country conditions require them. Country-of-origin statements on shipping documents must match the actual legally qualifying origin of the shipped lot.
Indicative HS reference: 121190. Verify the current Indian 8-digit ITC(HS) before customs filing. Classification can change with whole vs. ground/powder form, drying method, added carriers/sugars, blends, extracts or other processing, and tariff revisions.
Why International Buyers Source This Product from India
International buyers source India-origin Mallow for food, herbal, spice, botanical and ingredient applications. India provides an established agricultural and botanical processing base with commercial cleaning, grading, cutting, milling and export packing capabilities. Buyer approval should be tied to botanical identity, correct plant part, sensory profile, cleanliness, moisture, microbiology, residues, heavy metals and other product-specific parameters. The contract should clearly state whether leaves, flowers or mixed aerial parts are required because appearance and specification differ.
Why Choose Damodarr Global
- Standard export MOQ starting from 1 Metric Ton
- India-origin Mallow supplied in powdered commercial grades
- Buyer-specification processing, sizing/mesh and quality parameters
- Batch-wise COA and third-party laboratory testing support where required
- Food-grade bulk packaging and customized packing options
- Certificate of Origin, commercial export documents and destination-specific documentation support
- Dedicated B2B support for importers, distributors, manufacturers and private-label buyers
Target Buyer Profile
- Primary buyers: Herbal tea brands, botanical extractors, nutraceutical ingredient companies
- Typical buyer markets: importers and manufacturers across Middle East, Europe, North America and Southeast Asia sourcing India-origin Mallow
- Best fit for buyers who need: buyer-specification grading, batch COA/lab testing support, and private-label or custom bulk packaging
What Buyers Should Confirm Before Requesting a Quotation
- Required product form / grade: Dried leaves/flowers; cut & sifted; powder
- Particle or cut-size requirement: Plant-part cut size or powder mesh as specified
- Order quantity against MOQ: 1 Metric Ton
- Required COA / laboratory parameters and any buyer-specific limits
- Bulk or private-label packaging format, pack weight and labeling requirements
- Destination country, importer requirements, shipment documents and any plant-health / treatment conditions that apply
- HS classification: use 121190 (indicative; verify before filing) only as an indicative reference and verify the final applicable ITC(HS) before filing
Frequently Asked Questions
Buyer-focused FAQs for Mallow (Malva sylvestris).
What is Mallow and what botanical identity should be declared?
Mallow is supplied as an India-origin botanical/food ingredient. The botanical identity is Malva sylvestris, and the contracted plant part/raw material is Leaves and/or flowers as contracted. The specification and COA should use the same identity.
Which export forms of Mallow are available?
The standard commercial form is Dried leaves/flowers; cut & sifted; powder. Additional cut sizes, milling/mesh grades or related forms can be supplied only where agreed in the purchase specification.
What are the main B2B applications for Mallow?
Typical applications include Herbal tea blends; botanical formulations; extraction; cosmetic/personal-care ingredient processing. Suitability depends on the buyer's formulation, destination-market rules and final approved grade.
Which quality tests should an importer request for Mallow?
A buyer should request a batch COA and, where relevant, testing for Botanical identity; plant-part verification; moisture; foreign matter; microbiology; pesticide residues. Product-specific marker or functional tests should be included when contractually required.
What is the MOQ and can packaging be customized?
The standard export MOQ is 1 Metric Ton. Food-grade bulk packaging, customized pack weights and private-label options can be discussed subject to product, pack format and order volume.
What HS code and export documents apply to Mallow?
The indicative HS reference in this sheet is 121190. The final Indian 8-digit ITC(HS) must be verified for the exact form/composition before filing. Typical shipment documents include Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, COA and product-specific certificates such as phytosanitary or fumigation documentation where the importing country requires them.
Are additives or carriers used in Mallow?
No additives expected for single-botanical dried mallow unless declared.
Export note: Regulatory, testing, labeling, phytosanitary, fumigation and documentation requirements can change by commodity, processing form and importing country. Confirm the current requirements for the specific shipment before dispatch.
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